Vegan Supermarket Guides
Discover exactly what to buy on your next grocery trip. We review the top plant-based staples, accidentally vegan snacks, and store-brand vegan ranges at the major US supermarkets — so you don't have to read labels all afternoon.
Each guide lists the highest-rated vegan items, the “accidentally vegan” staples worth stocking up on, the chain's store-brand vegan range (Earth Grown, Simple Truth, GreenWise, 365, etc.), and the pro shopping tips locals use.
Best for budget: Aldi and Walmart. Best for premium: Whole Foods. Best for store-brand range: Trader Joe's, Kroger, and Target. Costco wins on bulk.
Vegan at Trader Joe's
Best for innovative store-brand vegan products and frozen meals.
Top picks: Vegan Tikka Masala · Meatless Meatballs
Vegan at Aldi
Best for budget-conscious shoppers and the Earth Grown private label.
Top picks: Earth Grown Vegan Mozzarella Style Shreds · Earth Grown Meatless Jumbo Hot Dogs
Vegan at Costco
Best for bulk vegan staples and meal prep.
Top picks: Beyond Burger Patties (Bulk) · Kirkland Signature Organic Almond Milk
Vegan at Walmart
Best for nationwide accessibility and the Great Value plant-based line.
Top picks: Great Value Plant-Based Chicken Patties · Great Value Almond Milk
Vegan at Whole Foods
Best for premium vegan cheese, prepared foods, and niche brands.
Top picks: 365 Plant-Based Cheese Shreds and Slices · Kite Hill Almond Milk Ricotta
Vegan at Target
Best for affordable Good & Gather and non-dairy ice cream.
Top picks: Good & Gather Plant-Based Meatballs · Favorite Day Non-Dairy Ice Cream Pints
Vegan at Kroger
Best for the Simple Truth Plant Based store-brand range.
Top picks: Simple Truth Plant Based Sour Cream · Simple Truth Plant Based Ground Meat
Vegan at Publix
Best in the southeastern US, with strong GreenWise and BOGO deals.
Top picks: GreenWise Meatless Burger Patties · GreenWise Organic Tofu